Article III.
Executive

Section 1a. Joint vote cast for governor and lieutenant

Joint vote cast for governor and lieutenant

In the general election for governor and lieutenant governor, one vote shall be cast jointly for the candidates nominated by the same political party or petition. The General Assembly shall provide by law for the nomination of candidates for governor and lieutenant governor.

Summary: (New section) Require the lieutenant governor to be elected jointly with the governor; provide for the duties of the lieutenant governor

Election Date: June 8, 1976

Votes For Ratification: 1085175

Votes Against Ratification: 689244

Percent for Ratification: 61%

Percent Against Ratification: 39%

Notes:

Amendment Source: 1975 76 SJR 4

Effective Date Source: